Controls And Features - MTD 11A-41MB000 Operator's Manual

Controls a nd Features
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Control
Recoil Starter
Grass Catcher
Cutting Height
Adjustment
Lever (one at
each wheel)
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8lade Control
Recoil S tarter
The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower.
Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the
unit. Release itto stop engine and blade.
_lb ARNING: This blade control is a safety device.
Never attempt to bypass its operations.
Cutting HeightAdjustmentLever
One adjustment lever is located on each wheel and is used to
adjust the cutting height. All four levers have to be at the same
relative position to ensure a uniform cut. To adjust the cutting
height, refer to the "Assembly & Set-Up" Section.
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle. Stand
behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
ChokeControl
The choke control is located on the left side of the handle and
when activated, closes the choke plate on the carburetor and
aids in starting the engine. Pull the choke control to activate the
choke on the engine. Use of the choke may not be necessary if
the engine is warm or the air temperature is high.
Grass Catcher
The grass catcher, located at the rear of the mower, is used to bag
the grass clippings for disposal at another site. Once the bag is
full, it has to be removed from the mower and emptied before
any further mowing.
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